Monthly Archives: December 2010

Palestinian leader wants new plan for peace talks (AP)

AP – The Palestinian president called on the international community Friday to draft a new formula for peace talks with Israel and set aside the current process that he said is “managing the conflict but not solving it.” Continue reading

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Brazil won’t extradite Italian fugitive Battisti (AP)

AP – Brazil’s president decided Friday not to extradite an Italian fugitive and former leftist rebel convicted of four murders carried out in the late 1970s, despite strong words from Italy, which wants the man to pay for his alleged crimes. Continue reading

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Paris and Cy’s Beach Party (omg!)

omg! – Paris Hilton and her beau Cy Waits prepare to celebrate New Year’s Eve in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. Continue reading

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PIC: Kim Kardashian Cornrows Her Hair (omg!)

omg! – The reality star stepped out on Thursday with a new braided ‘do Continue reading

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Polamalu practices, status for Browns uncertain (AP)

AP – Steelers safety Troy Polamalu has practiced for the first time in three weeks, leaving his status for Pittsburgh’s game in Cleveland uncertain. Continue reading

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Jobless Claims Lowest in Two Years — Bad News Is: Still 388,000 Applicants and a Near 10 Percent Jobless Rate (ContributorNetwork)

ContributorNetwork – COMMENTARY | It has been said time and again by various politicians, from Tea Party Republicans to President Barack Obama, that the federal government is not a job creator. Continue reading

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How Global Warming Denial Aids Terrorists (ContributorNetwork)

ContributorNetwork – COMMENTARY | In the United States there is vocal opposition to any suggestion that the chemicals we pump into air through the burning of fossil fuels could have any effect on global climate. These global warming deniers claim that … Continue reading

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She’s Back! Britney Spears Single Due In January (omg!)

omg! – LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Despite reports, Britney Spears’ first single off her upcoming 2011 album will not be released on January 7 — but it will be released next month. Continue reading

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Reflections on 2010: Chile mine rescue

The rescue of 33 miners trapped underground in Chile made headlines around the world in 2010, a rare good news story that inspired a global audience.This article is from the BBC News website. © British Broadcasting Corporation, The BBC is not responsi… Continue reading

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Capitals, Pens skate to 5-all alumni tie (AP)

AP – Mario Lemieux couldn’t find the net. That doesn’t mean he’s lost his scoring touch. Continue reading

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